Take a Dip into Pokémon GO Ultra Unlock: Water Festival
Pokémon GO is hosting a 'Water Festival' event from August 18 to August 24, 2026, featuring aquatic-themed Pokémon and new gameplay bonuses. Players can participate in raids and utilize a tiered 'GO Pass' system to earn rewards during the event.
Why it matters
The event demonstrates the ongoing monetization and engagement strategies used by mobile gaming developers to maintain active user bases.
Come on in, Trainers—the water’s fine! Pokémon GO’s Ultra Unlock: Water Festival takes place from August 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. to August 24, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time , and will be a celebration of all things aquatic.
The following bonuses will be active during the event
This event marks the Pokémon GO debuts of Cramorant and Arrokuda! Plus, Psyduck*, Goldeen*, Mareanie*, Wimpod*, and more will appear in wild encounters. With a little luck, you might even encounter Feebas* and Clamperl*. Additionally, Wiglett will appear more frequently in their natural biome.
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
During the event period, dive into these one-star and three-star raids.
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